This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing ASAP
Statewide Services provides the services and supports required by schools to enable student achievement, with a focus on those students and schools that need it most. It encompasses both school and system-facing service delivery. While it primarily exists to support schools, it also has an important system-facing role supporting strategy and policy development.
Service Delivery is the key interface with schools. Its purpose is to plan, coordinate and deliver targeted services that support schools and regions to improve student achievement.
The Secondary Schools, District High Schools and Post-School Pathways directorate provides coordinated services and expertise, with a focus on schools requiring support to improve the achievement of their secondary-aged students.
The directorate develops resources and provides support for vocational education and training (VET), workplace learning and career development, contributing to relevant strategic initiatives in these areas. It provides advice and subject matter expertise to schools, regions and the system, and manages programs and initiatives that provide specialist and targeted services to schools.
The Role
The Specialist Advisor provides strategic advice and support for the effective development, implementation and coordination of projects, programs and initiatives that support schools to prepare students to enter the workforce. They undertake research on evidence-based practices and professional learning to support schools and prepare reports and briefing notes.
If successful, you will collaborate with the Secondary directorate and Statewide Services, regional offices, industry and training organisations, as well as school staff and leaders across the state. The Specialist Advisor understands the importance of pathway planning and will use this knowledge to support schools to achieve the Department’s aspiration for each student to leave school knowing what they are good at, and able to succeed in a world of new and emerging industries and vocations.
Experience in, and knowledge of, vocational education and training and workplace learning in schools is desirable.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Padbury and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home and flexible working hours.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Rachel Whitty, Manager, Secondary Schools, District High Schools and Post-School Pathways on 0455 406 338 or by emailing Rachel.Whitty@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
4. Demonstrated extensive skills and experience in providing effective leadership in a diverse range of settings
6. Demonstrated highly developed conceptual, analytical and strategy formulation skills, including the ability to provide innovative, strategic solutions to complex problems.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1045923
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 16 June 2026
